The National tribune., 1887-09-08

TIoSAL TRIBUNE In behalf Of the Union soldiers
and their families; appreciate IL because we
realize that our present peaceful homes and pros
those men and their fallen comrades through such
acts of bravery and such scenes Of woe as, let us
pray God, may never be necessary on this earth
again.-Franees H. Lund, Department Secretary,
Larned, Kan.
DEPARTMENT OF MICHIGAN
DEAR tribune: A series of ALI alive and stirring
eneampments are being held in Michigan. Iona
thousand five hundred men in blue made thc grand
parade on June II. while 500 Relief Corps women
were registered upon the books. Most Of these
were in uniform. Thirty WR.C. banners deco
rated as many tents. ard gave a CHEEKY. home APP
penrance to the streets. The white silk flag Of
Michigan's W.RC. Department hung from the
Headquarters tent. and many hearty ud-clasp
extended and cheering God bless voTi' spoken
to the Dept President. who gathered inspiration and
renewed courage for the work. Three Rivers flung
out Il decorative welcome the succeeding week, and
thitherward thrOnged ngan the battIescarred veter
ans and their devoted allies There were the usual
scenes Of frateTnal greeting. which grow old;
banners waved and noticed arches shopc Speeches
songs and campfires drum-beat and dress parade,
with the best OF order and good feeling. Adrian
encampment Is In all its glory to-day. The vet
Grams IN immense crowds are In attendance
Ex-(iov. Alger, Gen. b. NJ. Cutcheon aud many
other notables lend the attraction of their presence
The Adrian Corps deserves much praise for their
magnificent work in decorating Floral Hall as
W.RC. Headquarters, and for their efficient aid
wherever needed. Col Graves IL everywh here
present. full of labors and responsibilities. Mrs.
Robbins. 3. v. Department President of Michigan,
entertains throughout the encampment; Mrs. Hamp-
partment President; and Department President
Mrs. PIummer and Connrade PIummer Of Lam
sing. The Order Of the w re. Is spreading very
rapidly in Observation-Disclosures Adrian, Mich.
DEPARTMENT OF NEW YORK.
DEAR TRIBUNE: The Council OF Administration,
with the staff of the Department of New York,
held their semiannual meeting at the residence of
the National Senior Viee-President. Sarah g. Mich
n ANsLs
by the Department President Sarah G.. Mink, and
characterized not only for its mature delibera-
ton but also for the harmony of spirit which pre-
vailed. Many questions Of interest regarding the
work, which had arisen since the beginning OF the
year, were met and disposed Of TO the satisfaction
Of all and for the best good Of the Order The ses-
sion lasted from 0 a. m. until IL p. The books
of both Secretary and Treasurer were examined,
and ali accounts audited. The financial condition
of this Department was never in better condition
than at present, and no flaw conid be found The
Chairman Of the Council Mrs. Mary Il. Jennings,
\ performed her task of carefully examining the
books and papers IN a most thorough manner, and
nothing escaped that could in any way cause crti-
eism. This - "a 10 should be, for no loOseness
should be allowed to creep into the methods Of
those who hold in their hands the affairs OF the
Departments, ror it - trust sacred to those who
put them In their position. and should be regarded
as their own. The vigilance Of the Departments
President, Mrs. Sarah G.. Mink. all matters per-
tanning to the Order IS unsurpassed, and Is appre-
| ciated by all who know her. Mrs Nichols, OF
/ whose hospitality too much cannot be said. was
which her three years Of experience as Department
President has so fitted her 20 give. In few women
we find combined the qualities which Mrs. Nichols
possesses. With greatest tact we find superior ex-
ecutive ability and pleasing manners; a large,
generous heart and willing spirit to work for all
that Is right and good. The Department Of New
York realizes what Mrs Nichols has done for them,
and gladly accord to her all the praise due her
Emma j. Carpenter, Department. Secretary. SYRIA
cuse, N. \.
ALL ALONG THE LINE.
The meeting Of Department Council Of wiscon-
sin, called by Mrs. Gertie Rogers. Department
President. to meet at Milwaukee Aug "a, approved
Of the plan promulgated to assist the Grand Army
in fitting up the State Soldiers Home at Waupaea.
At least 5000 IL needed, and to raise this the
| Corps of Wisconsin will open a grand loan cOec-
ton at the Exposition Building Milwaukee, the
plan Of the great Sanitary Fairs Of old war times.
Mrs Rogers and her Aids will receive goods until
Oct. 8 railroads will excursions and give spec
ial rates for three weeks. Relic rooms aad lunch
counters under charge Of special committees. Mrs.
| Rogers closes with this stirring appeal, and may
abundant success crown her efforts. The women
Of Wisconsin in 1865 united in grand fair at Mil
waukee and realized 10000 to establish the Sol
dlers' Home now at milwaukee,; let US see what
/ the women of 1851 are capable of doing. Relying
upon the guidance of our Heavenly Father. and
/ through Him your assistance in this undertaking,
/ we must succeed.
An excellent dinner was prepared and served to
the fifth Ohio during their sixth annual Reunion by
the ladies of Rees Mitchell Corps, No. GA Camden,
o. thereby yarfying that their love for the veteran
Is genuine and does not hesitate from any effort,
however laborous. which may add to the enjoy
ment of our boys in blue.
Buckley Post and Corps, Akron, o., held their
annual picnic at Lake Side Park, just at the out
skirts Of the city. to which were invited Akron
| Camp of Sons and Daughters of Veterans. There
were 1,O77 tickets sold. There was card playing.
croquet, dancing. ETC., to pass away the time. The
verdict Of all was a general good time. Post and
Corps Melted the neat little sum Of sl5O Buckley
Corps has refitted the Post rooms by purchasing
brussels carpet and mating at q cost Of over $780,
almost paid for by socials.